| Dates | March - October (winter for experienced walkers on request) | |
| Location | Kerry- MacGillycuddy's Reeks/Purple/Tomies/Dingle Peninsula | |
| Duration | Two Days | |
| Distance | Approx : 12km each day | |
| Grade: | Trekking – Moderate to strenous | |
| Price: | 250 Euro - details of inclusions below under price tab |
Course Description 2013
Learn how to survive before you venture into the wild…..
The aim of this camp is to teach you how to be self-sufficient while camping in the outdoors. We will discuss everything from the proper equipment to buy, to how to pack , to cooking and cleaning, camp layout and tents. Our guides will be with you to assist when needed. Please see the itinerary.
Please Note: This training camp can be included at a discount to one of our other weekend training courses such as The Summit Endurance Camp/ Expedition Training Camp/ Winter Expedition Skills
Dates and Details
2013
On Request, please contact us to arrange dates!
Time: 09:00hrs
Meeting Point: Pat Falvey Walking and Adventure Centre (Kate Kearney’s Cottage)
Walk Duration: Aprrox 5 hrs per day
Distance: Varied – Approximately 10km
Additional Info: This course is ideal for anyone wishing to explore the outdoors, be it family outings,school groups, scout, teams, or if your coming on an expedition with us.
Include in other course
You may include camping in any of our walks or skills course at a discount, just ask and we will advise you on whats best!
Prices
Price includes:
Experienced Guides, demo’s and presentations on use of equipment and clothing.
Equipment Hire if needed, we ask that each person be as self-sufficient as possible
Price: 250 EURO PP minimum 4
Itinerary
Day 1:
09:00hrs Arrive at the Pat Falvey Walking and Adventure Centre
09:15hrs Brief
09:30hrs Clothing and equipment Presentation/usage/packing
12:00hrs Begin trek
13:30hrs Arrive at campsite, presentation on tents and camp layout
14:15hrs Leave Camp for 3-4hr walk and return to settle in for the night.
Day 2:
08:30hrs Breakfast
09:30hrs Pack up and clear out
10:00hrs Begin trek (4hrs)
15:00hrs Finish
15:15hrs De-Brief
15:30hrs Questions and Answers
15:45hrs Course ends.
Gear
Rucksack, waterproof rucksack liner, Gaitors, Waterproof Trekking Boots, Waterproof Jacket and Trousers, Warm Top, Hat and Gloves, sleeping bag, liner, 2l water, thermorest /roll mat, food for course duration, eating utensils, camera and case, head torch, handgel, babywipes, wash kit.
Optional: Personal Tent, Cooking Stove
